It is a very plausible theory, given the Romans' penchant for artistic reminders of death.
Some historical moments generate extraordinary forms of critical and artistic reflection, reminders of writerly freedom, in which comedy provides the most daring kind of engagement.
In the 1800s, objects known as mementos mori ― a phrase that means, literally, "remember, you must die" ― were used as artistic or symbolic reminders of the fact that death is imminent.
A couple of thickly painted works by John Graham, who was born Ivan Dombrowski in Russia, are a reminder that artistic influence cannot always be pinned down.
The Long's holdings of early 20th-century paintings by Chinese artists who trained in Paris are a reminder of the artistic connections that used to exist between China and Europe.
As her latest attempts descend into literary obscurity and visual incoherence, they serve as sharp reminders that artistic intelligence is one thing and disciplined self-criticism is another.
It was a reminder that true artistic genius is never aware of itself.
Ignore the hackneyed and pompous exhibition title and consider this a constructive reminder of the artistic roots of wonderment.
The pride taken in them by famous institutions serves as a reminder of the artistic effervescence that surrounded the conception and elaboration of the "Striding Man".
